Articles by Dan Miller

Dan Miller is a professional toolmaker with extensive experience in the metalworking and tooling industry. An avid DIY enthusiast and passionate hobbyist woodworker, Dan shares his expert knowledge here.


Hacksaw Blade Direction

Hacksaw Blade Direction

Find the right direction of hacksaw blade teeth. See this before installing the hack saw blades.

Brass hammer uses

Brass Hammer Uses

What do you use a brass hammer for? Detailed guide on the uses of brass mallets and hammer.

Dead Blow Hammer

Dead Blow Hammer

See the advantages and uses of dead blow hammers over regular rubber mallets.

Hacksaw for wood

Can a Hacksaw Cut Wood?

Will a hacksaw cut wood or tree branches? What type of blade do you need. Learn all about hacksawing wood.

Angle grinder for welding

Angle Grinder for Welding

For the modern metalworker, an angle grinder is one of the most essential tools of the trade. Welding is discussed so much more regularly that the Angle Grinder is often … Read more

Metal Screw vs. Wood Screw

A guide that explains the difference between wood screws and metal screws. Read this before you choose your fastener.

Belt Sander Uses

9 Belt Sander Uses

Here are 9 different ways to use a belt sander for your DIY projects and professional work.

Ratchet vs Wrench

Wrench vs. Ratchet

Which type of wrench can be used with a ratchet? Learn the ratchet wrenches and how it is different.